US local governments vote in favour of new 2021 buildings efficiency code

Published by Smart Energy International: New Buildings Institute has announced that US local governments have voted in favour of the new 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). The new standard is expected to bring an estimated 10% more efficiency improvement for residential and commercial building operators. For instance, buildings that will adopt the standard will reduce energy use for decades to come, reduce energy costs and mitigate carbon emissions.